Federal Repeal of Minimum Staffing Standards for Long-Term Care Facilities Effective Feb 2026

The federal rule published on December 3, 2025, and effective February 2, 2026, rescinds a previously established federal minimum staffing standard for long-term care facilities. This regulatory change signals a shift in federal oversight concerning staffing requirements within long-term care operations, potentially impacting how these providers develop and implement staffing strategies. Insurance professionals and industry stakeholders should monitor the operational and compliance implications as facilities adjust to this repealed mandate.