Federal Judge Blocks Mandate on Nursing Home Staffing

A federal judge in Texas blocked a Biden administration rule to boost staffing at nursing homes, even though many homes lack enough workers to maintain residents’ care. �鶹Ů�� Health News walked through the decision from the judge and what it could mean for nursing home staffing.

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<h2>Federal Judge Blocks Mandate on Nursing Home Staffing</h2>
<div>	<span class="byline">Tarena Lofton</span>
		<time class="posted-on" datetime="2025-04-08T16:11:33-04:00">
			April 8, 2025		</time>
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