There is broad support in both parties of Congress to revive federal health care subsidies that expired earlier this year.[1] However, the main obstacle in the negotiations is the issue of abortion coverage, which remains the biggest problem in the whole process.[1] Senator Bernie Moreno of Ohio said lawmakers are aiming to reach a legislative framework by the end of January.[1] It was originally expected that the text of the bilateral agreement would be ready this week, but this deadline could not be met.[1] If the subsidies are not restored, it could lead to major health care affordability problems in the country, as the Affordable Care Act requires health insurance companies to cover federally recommended preventive services at no additional cost.[1]