IN HB1312

Establishes the Employment Aid Readiness Network (EARN) Indiana program, replacing the former college work study program, to be administered by the Indiana Commission for Higher Education

Expands eligible employers to include for-profit companies, in addition to postsecondary educational institutions, government units, and private nonprofit organizations

Redefines eligible students as full-time students at approved Indiana institutions who have received a financial aid award under specified state programs for the current academic year

Sets employment requirements at a minimum average of 12 hours per week and maximum of 20 hours per week during enrollment or 40 hours per week during summer when not enrolled in courses

Requires the commission to give priority to small businesses when entering into agreements with for-profit company employers