Republicans sources say Democratic could use Senate rules to slow final passage . Senate provisions , made more conservative than initially drafted in order to satisfy Nebraska Sen. Ben Nelson , would allow states to choose whether to ban abortion coverage in plans offered in the exchanges . Congressional leaders have to merge an $ 1 trillion Senate bill and $ 871 billion Senate bill . Many observers believe final version will look more like conservative Senate bill . Financing , public option are key sticking points between House , Senate versions .
Republicans sources say Democratic could use Senate rules to slow final passage . Congressional leaders have to merge an $ 1 trillion Senate bill and $ 871 billion Senate bill . Many observers believe final version will look more like conservative Senate bill . Financing , public option are key sticking points between House , Senate versions .