[Chris Fultz]

I think we should try to understand this a little better before "blaming" Autodesk for this.

If there are laws in specific states that limit / restrict contests, or put very difficult / expensive procedures in place, then Autodesk may not have many affordable options if they want to be open in those states.

There may even be rules regarding contests targeted to high school students. I don't know, but lets find out some details.