Expanding the types of medication assistance that may be provided to residents of community-based care settings.

HB 1720 expands the types of medication assistance nonpractitioners (like care staff) may provide to residents in community-based care settings, such as developmental disability programs, adult family homes, and assisted living facilities. The bill clarifies that "medication assistance" includes actions like reminding residents, handing medication containers, opening containers, or using devices to support self-administration of legend drugs (including controlled substances), but excludes intravenous or injectable medications (except for pre-filled insulin syringes or diabetic device setup). This change allows care staff to provide more hands-on support while ensuring safety through practitioner oversight for medication preparation. The law, effective July 27, 2025, directly affects residents in these settings and their non-medical caregivers.