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CT HB05299
Bill
Status
2/19/2026
Primary Sponsor
Aging Committee
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AI Summary
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Registered nurses employed by assisted living services agencies may delegate medication administration to trained assisted living aides, effective October 1, 2026
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"Administration" is defined as direct application of medication by means other than injection, and may include controlled substances as designated by regulations
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Trained assisted living aides must successfully complete training for medication administration pursuant to regulations adopted by the Commissioner of Public Health
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Assisted living services agencies that allow nurse delegation must indemnify and hold harmless the registered nurse from financial loss, legal fees, and costs arising from negligence claims that are not wanton, reckless, or malicious
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Commissioner of Public Health is required to adopt regulations to implement these provisions
Legislative Description
An Act Allowing Trained Assisted Living Aides To Administer Medication To Assisted Living Residents.
Last Action
Referred to Office of Legislative Research and Office of Fiscal Analysis 03/18/26 5:00 PM
3/13/2026