I have been reading news headlines and news on channels saying "bailout"? I have very little understanding on whitehouse approving something related with "Bailout" bill. And also getting some glimpse of some banks and companies collapsing in the wall-street. I wonder if it is ok to deposit money in the any bank now.

Still , I am not clear what does "bailout"in current economic situation in US reflects?

Plz clarify if you know.