This bill aims to prohibit the Board of Regents and the institutions it oversees from mandating that students reside in on-campus housing or purchase meal plans or meal vouchers. The proposed legislation introduces a new section to chapter 13-53, clearly stating that neither the Board of Regents nor any affiliated institution can impose such requirements on students.

The bill seeks to enhance student autonomy by allowing them the freedom to choose their living arrangements and meal options without institutional pressure. This change reflects a growing trend towards providing students with more flexibility in their educational experience.