The General Assembly Raised Bill No. 5140 aims to conduct a comprehensive study of the needs of senior citizens in the state to ensure proper resource allocation. The bill mandates the executive director of the Commission on Women, Children, Seniors, Equity and Opportunity, in collaboration with the Commissioner of Aging and Disability Services, to assess various aspects of senior citizens' needs. These include long-term care, transportation, housing assistance, nutritional support, and opportunities for socialization.

The findings from this study are required to be reported to the relevant joint standing committee of the General Assembly by January 1, 2027. The bill introduces new legal language to establish this study and its reporting requirements, while no deletions from current law are specified in the text. The overall purpose of the bill is to enhance the understanding and support of senior citizens' needs within the state.