What does Preamble of Safe Staffing Saves Lives Act do?

This bill aims to amend the Social Security Act regarding minimum staffing levels in skilled nursing facilities and nursing facilities. The amendments target titles XI, XVIII, and XIX of the Social Security Act. The bill is related to the Medicare and Medicaid programs.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Safe Staffing Saves Lives Act do?

This bill is formally titled the Safe Staffing Saves Lives Act.

What does MINIMUM STAFFING LEVELS IN NURSING FACILITIES AND SKILLED of Safe Staffing Saves Lives Act do?

This section establishes minimum staffing levels for registered nurses in nursing facilities and skilled nursing facilities. Beginning January 1, 2029, skilled nursing facilities must provide a total minimum of 4.1 hours of nursing care per resident per day. The Secretary may establish higher minimum nurse staffing levels and grant waivers to facilities that cannot comply with the requirements. Facilities that do not meet the minimum staffing requirements may be subject to enforcement actions, including denial of payments. The section also requires facilities to display a notice at the entrance if they do not meet the minimum staffing standards.

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Safe Staffing Saves Lives Act

Last updated: 3/26/2026 · Introduced: 3/26/2026

Author: Lloyd Doggett (D-TX)

TL;DR (AI)

The bill mandates skilled nursing facilities provide at least 4.1 hours of nursing care per resident daily, starting January 1, 2029.
Facilities failing to meet minimum staffing levels may face enforcement actions, including payment denials.
Nursing facilities are required to publicly display notices if they do not meet the established minimum staffing standards.

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