Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA) provides federal assistance to workers, firms, and farmers harmed by import competition. TAA petitions filed with Department of Labor (workers), Commerce (firms), or USDA (farmers). Benefits: reemployment services, training, financial assistance, employment subsidies.
This guide covers Trade Adjustment Assistance Program. Specific tariff actions span statutes, programs, and enforcement mechanisms.
Practical implementation depends on company size, sector, and operational structure.
TAA for workers
Petition through Department of Labor. Reemployment services, training stipends, healthcare assistance.
TAA for firms
Petition through Commerce. Technical assistance, business modernization, marketing assistance.
TAA for farmers
USDA-administered. Cash assistance, technical support.
Eligibility test
Affected entity must demonstrate import-related harm. Standard varies by program.
Frequently asked questions
When does this apply?
Most relevant for SMB importers facing the named situation or considering the named strategy.
What documentation is needed?
Standard CBP forms plus topic-specific records.
What is the timeline?
Initial assessment 2-4 weeks; complex implementation 8-16 weeks.
What does this cost?
Project work typically $5,000-$25,000. Ongoing retainer for active operations.
How do I begin?
Book a 15-minute scoping call. We confirm fit before any engagement.
Get started
Engage on specific tariff action work. Project pricing varies by scope.