Just seen that U.S. Passports are going to have a rate hike this Tuesday 7-
13-10. If you want to save 35$ you must apply before Midnight Monday. You
can usually get an Application at a county courthouse or U.S. Postal Office.
Usually good for 10 years.
Also they are charging for extra pages also which seems to be the biggest
hike at 82$ which used to be free .
Link: http://www.jaunted.com/story/2010/3/3/145632/0035/travel/Are You Ready For Another Passport Fee Hike?