The landmark decision, first adopted by the Division I Administrative Committee earlier this month, was officially approved Wednesday. The rule change comes amid a wide-ranging FBI betting investigation.

The Division I Administrative Committee approved the proposal Wednesday. The rule will go into effect Nov. 1 if also approved by Divisions II and III.

The Division I FBS Oversight Committee officially recommended the change Thursday.

The NCAA Board of Directors has a big decision ahead of it that could forever change the lives of student-athletes. Current rules require schools to provide three meals per day to scholarship athletes. The rules also allow for schools to give athletes snacks as well.