Can I travel without valid ID if I am registered with TSA PreCheck?

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There's no such policy in the PreCheck program itself, as far as I know.

The TSA does have procedures for checking people who don't have valid ID, see https://www.tsa.gov/travel/security-screening/identification:

In the event you arrive at the airport without valid identification, because it is lost or at home, you may still be allowed to fly. The TSA officer may ask you to complete an identity verification process which includes collecting information such as your name, current address, and other personal information to confirm your identity. If your identity is confirmed, you will be allowed to enter the screening checkpoint. You will be subject to additional screening, to include a patdown and screening of carry-on property.

You will not be allowed to enter the security checkpoint if your identity cannot be confirmed, you choose to not provide proper identification or you decline to cooperate with the identity verification process.

TSA recommends that you arrive at least two hours in advance of your flight time.

This doesn't directly have anything to do with PreCheck, though it's possible that being registered will make it easier for them to verify your identity. Even so, allow plenty of extra time, and understand there is a risk that they may not be satisfied with your identity and refuse to let you fly. And even after your identity is verified, I suspect you will not be allowed to go through the expedited PreCheck screening.

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