The proposed General Assembly Raised Bill No. 1411 aims to allow students at institutions of higher education in Connecticut to live off-campus after completing their first academic year. The bill defines "part-time student" as one carrying six to twelve credit hours and "full-time student" as one carrying twelve or more credit hours. It prohibits institutions from restricting or imposing fees on students who choose to reside off-campus, with certain exceptions. These exceptions include students who receive scholarships requiring on-campus residence, those under eighteen (unless living with a parent or legal guardian), students in specialized programs that necessitate on-campus living, and any other circumstances approved by the Commissioner of Higher Education.

Additionally, the bill mandates that institutions inform students about off-campus housing options in any housing notices for subsequent academic years and provide resources and guidance for securing off-campus housing upon request. This act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, and introduces new legal language while deleting outdated provisions related to housing restrictions for students.