http://www.dhs.gov/real-id-public-faqs
Read this short missive.
Most interesting where you DON’T have to have Real ID
REAL ID does NOT apply to the following:
Entering Federal facilities that do not require a person to present identification
Voting or registering to vote
Applying for or receiving Federal benefits
Being licensed by a state to drive
Accessing Health or life preserving services (including hospitals and health clinics), law enforcement, or constitutionally protected activities (including a defendant’s access to court proceedings)
Participating in law enforcement proceedings or investigations
Prescription for fraud; two areas where it is definitely needed.
Grrr...