House Bill No. 5295, identified as File No. 127, is a legislative proposal that has been reported favorably by the Committee on Aging. The bill mandates a study to be conducted on the needs of senior citizens in the state. This study is aimed at ensuring that resources are adequately allocated to meet the needs of the senior population. The executive director of the Commission on Women, Children, Seniors, Equity and Opportunity is tasked with this study, in consultation with the Commissioner of Aging and Disability Services.

The study will cover various aspects of senior citizens' needs, including long-term care, transportation, housing assistance, nutritional assistance, and opportunities for socialization. The findings of this study are to be reported to the joint standing committee of the General Assembly that oversees matters related to aging by January 1, 2025. The bill, which includes new legal language marked by insertions, does not have any fiscal impact on the state or municipal budgets, as the Commission is considered to have the necessary expertise to conduct the study without incurring additional costs. The bill is effective from passage and amends a new section as indicated by the insertion.