Ind. Code ch. 22-4-44

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Ind. Code § 22-4-44-1 "Eligible provider"

Sec. 1. As used in this chapter, "eligible provider" has the meaning set forth in IC 22-4.1-20-1. The term includes, for purposes of this chapter, a training provider listed on the department's eligible training provider list on the department's website. As added by P.L.200-2025, SEC.34.

Ind. Code § 22-4-44-2 "Pilot program"

Sec. 2. As used in this chapter, "pilot program" means the reemployment skills training pilot program established by the department under section 3 of this chapter. As added by P.L.200-2025, SEC.34.

Ind. Code § 22-4-44-3 Establishment

Sec. 3. The department may establish a reemployment skills training pilot program to supplement an individual's receipt of weekly unemployment benefits for each week of unemployment that the individual is: (1) eligible for unemployment benefits; and (2) making satisfactory weekly progress toward a training program approved under this chapter. As added by P.L.200-2025, SEC.34.

Ind. Code § 22-4-44-4 Eligibility

Sec. 4. An individual is eligible to participate in the pilot program if the department determines that the individual is: (1) unlikely to find sustainable employment without further training; (2) eligible for unemployment compensation under this article; and (3) more likely to complete training with a weekly incentive. As added by P.L.200-2025, SEC.34.

Ind. Code § 22-4-44-5 Training program approval

Sec. 5. The department may approve a training program under the pilot program that meets the following requirements: (1) The department determines that the training program is for a high wage and high demand occupation. (2) Completion of the training program results in an industry recognized credential or certification. (3) Completion of the training program substantially increases the likelihood of an individual being employed. (4) The training program is offered by an eligible provider. As added by P.L.200-2025, SEC.34.

Ind. Code § 22-4-44-6 Funding

Sec. 6. (a) This section applies only if the department establishes the pilot program. (b) The pilot program may not be funded from the unemployment trust fund. (c) The reemployment skills training pilot program fund is established for the purpose of funding the pilot program. (d) The fund shall be administered by the department. (e) The expenses of administering the fund shall be paid from money in the fund. (f) The fund consists of the following: (1) Appropriations to the fund. (2) Federal grant funds. (3) Gifts or donations to the fund. (g) The treasurer of state shall invest the money in the fund not currently needed to meet the obligations of the fund in the same manner as other public money may be invested. (h) Money in the fund at the end of a state fiscal year does not revert to the state general fund. As added by P.L.200-2025, SEC.34.

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