Did you know that as of April 1st, 2013 your "paper" A&P mechanics certificate will no longer be valid? In addition, if you hold a "paper" pilot certificates that those will no longer be valid after March 31st 2010.
Recently there was a change under FAR 65.15 and FAR 61.17. The FAA is requiring that everyone that holds a certificate for Pilots and Mechanics to exchange the paper copy with the new “Plastic” credit card type. This would also be a good time, if you have not done so, is to get you Social Security number off your license. You can apply for the new plastic license online at FAA.gov.