Although it would seem that on December 24,2009 President Obama had given the Nation a possible Christmas gift by way of Congress healthcare Reform, there was much left to be done. It was a victory to say the least that the senate voted narrowly by 220 to 215 in favor of an  $871 billion healthcare bill to make healthcare available to all.

What seemed to be a done deal. However, soon took a downward spiral with the  Democrats losing their position of the senate seat originally held by Senator Edward Kennedy.

It is obvious that President Obama has a one goal mandate when it comes to health care and is hoping that congress will join in the unity of this goal. Should they do this. However, just what would Congress healthcare reform decisions consist of?

It would seem that the means of reaching a solution to passing the bill would be the ideal gathering of the “the minds” referring to both sides of congress as well as the health care professionals. This would be to hash over the health reform bills to see what is needed and what will work. At least this is the feeling of the President.

Although for weeks there has not been any indication as to which way the Congress healthcare reform will continue to the next step, the President has declared that there is to be a television healthcare session slated for Feb 25th. Somewhat like a debate the President has asked the Republicans to attend a present their solutions for the soaring medical insurance costs in the USA and the lack of medical care for those who simply cannot afford it.

In the meantime, the powers of the senate are putting their heads together to devise a condensed version of the bill, which could be made law. The ultimate resolution would be that it would be able to fall into line with the budget bill.

There is no doubt the public as a whole is looking upon this with many wondering if the outcome is going to be merely a Band-Aid solution to the critically needed health care reform throughout the Country. This could come down to extended coverage for those that fall within the economically poor category using Medicaid, while those in the mid to average income would be eligible for supplementary health care help by way of purchasing the necessary insurance.

Although there are many details to this potentially new concept of easing the health care crisis it would still mean that coverage would be provided through the current employers that are presently doing so. In addition Companies could merge to buy Insurance plans. It would basically mean that everyone would be required to have medical coverage or face a fine.

President Obama is of the belief that with a publicly televised debate the people of America will get to hear both sides of Congress healthcare reform proposals and will then be able to make an informed stance on what to believe and support.

So now it would seem that at least the first hurdle of getting the bill for healthcare reform passed now means facing the bigger hurdle of getting it put into law or at least some part of it.

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