Texans with a new driver’s license will notice some changes beyond their photo and expiration date.

The Texas Department of Public Safety unveiled its new design for the state driver’s license and identification card on Monday, Aug. 18.

The updated design arranges the personal information section into a clear format, making identification and verification easier to confirm, according to the department.

The new cards also replaced the previous gold star in the upper right corner with a black, laser-engraved star. This emblem indicates that the cardholder has a REAL ID , which has been required since May 7 for boarding domestic flights and accessing certain federal facilities.

Why is the material different?

On top of a new aesthetic, the cards also feature enhanced security features

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