Bill > HB2197

This bill, known as the "Making College More Affordable Act," introduces a new provision that prohibits research universities within The Oklahoma State System of Higher Education from requiring in-state students to purchase meal plans as a condition of enrollment or for residing in on-campus housing. This means that students at these universities will have the option to opt out of mandatory meal plans, potentially reducing the overall cost of attending college. The bill will become effective on July 1, 2025, and includes an emergency clause that allows the act to take effect immediately upon passage and approval. By preventing universities from forcing students to buy meal plans, the legislation aims to provide more flexibility and affordability for in-state students pursuing higher education in Oklahoma.

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http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=hb2197&Session=2600