I would be prepared for the worst then. I would not be surprised to see both extremes on this issue force it into a stalemate with NOTHING being passed.
I think you are not alone in that jackson but I really think that this thing cannot be swept under the rug anymore. I could see this turning into a oust the encumbant election if they do nothing.
That cannot be good for either anyone. I will just keep my hopes high that progress will come soon. If it doesn't....well I guess I just keep my boycot of Lowes and sears stores going ;)