Q about the new passport laws

Yes, and no. You'll have an easier time getting back to Canada then you will getting back into the US. I've heard from a few people who've been harassed recently when crossing back into the land of the free..

* Beginning January 23, 2007, ALL persons, including U.S. citizens, traveling by air between the United States and Canada, Mexico, Central and South America, the Caribbean, and Bermuda will be required to present a valid passport, Air NEXUS card, or U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Document, or an Alien Registration Card, Form I-551, if applicable.
* As early as January 1, 2008, ALL persons, including U.S. citizens, traveling between the U.S. and Canada, Mexico, Central and South America, the Caribbean, and Bermuda by land or sea (including ferries), may be required to present a valid passport or other documents as determined by the Department of Homeland Security. While recent legislative changes permit a later deadline, the Departments of State and Homeland Security are working to meet all requirements as soon as possible. Ample advance notice will be provided to enable the public to obtain passports or passport cards for land/sea entries.

How many other countries require their citizens have a passport to get back in?

Think most do Matt - otherwise there is no evidence they are even citizens

thx damn the streets aint safe no more shoulda listened to busta