This bill prohibits institutions of higher education in New Jersey from imposing certain requirements on students who have children. Specifically, it states that these institutions cannot require students with full or partial custody of a child to purchase meal plans, live in on-campus housing (unless it is a condition for entry into a residential cohort, access program, or scholarship), or pay gym fees associated with campus recreational facilities. However, the bill clarifies that if a student does not pay the associated fees, the institution is not obligated to allow them access to these facilities.

The legislation aims to alleviate financial burdens on student parents by ensuring they are not mandated to incur additional costs related to meal plans, housing, or gym fees. The bill is set to take effect immediately and will apply to the first full academic year following its enactment.