The Basics of the Bill According to estimates the PPACA is expected to cost $848 billion, and will include a public option that has an opt-out clause for individual states. There will be a federal mandate to purchase insurance, as well as fines for businesses that do not offer insurance. It is expected to provide coverage to over 30 million Americans, but will include a ban preventing illegal immigrants from taking advantage of the program. Housing Credits for Veterans? Technically, the PPACA has been presented as an amendment to a House of Representatives bill about housing credits for Veterans. This is a pretty controversial move, and a very strategic way…