Trade Adjustment Assistance in the United States

Trade Adjustment Assistance (taa) in the International Business Landscape

Definition of Trade Adjustment Assistance (taa) in the context of U.S. international business and public trade policy: Originated under the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 and expanded under the Trade Act of 1974, this is a program designed to provide retraining and financial benefits to workers and firms that are injured as a result of increased imports. TAA eligibility and funding have been cut back sharply since 1981.