Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA)
Department of Labor (DOL)
What is this?
Covers up to 2 years of retraining for a new career, income support while training (TRA payments), job search allowances, and relocation allowances if you need to move for a new job.
Am I eligible?
Workers who lost their jobs because their company moved production overseas or because of increased imports. Your employer or a group of workers must file a petition that gets certified by DOL.
Target audience:
Eligible sectors:
What do I get?
Full tuition for approved training plus income support
Benefit details may vary based on your eligibility and location.
How to apply
File a petition through your state workforce agency or check if your employer has already filed one at dol.gov/agencies/eta/tradeact.
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