A coalition of House Democrats and Republicans is discussing potential plans to end the ongoing government shutdown while also releasing bipartisan principles aimed at extending Obamacare subsidies. Moderate Democrats are seeking a negotiating partner among their GOP colleagues, though early responses have been uncooperative. Recent press releases from key representatives outline bipartisan principles for reforming Affordable Care Act tax credits. As discussions continue, various strategies are being proposed to resolve these issues and potentially enhance midterm election prospects.