ATTENTION! We are currently providing benefits & services under the termination provisions of the Trade Act. No new petitions are being certified at this time. Workers certified under previous petitions are eligible to apply for training, out-of-area job search, and out-of-area relocation benefits. RTAA, TRA and HCTC are not currently available.

TAA benefits are provided according to the version of the law that was in force at the time the applicable petition was certified; there are small differences in the benefits provided by the different laws. For information on how to determine which law your petition falls under, please refer to the program's FAQ page.

Forms

Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA) Program

• TRA Weekly Attendance Form -- Form TRA-858A-E
  Also known as the "TRA Weekly Request For Allowances", this form is used while enrolled in and attending school to verify attendance in TAA approved training for the calendar week. The completed form must be submitted via fax to authorize payment for the week.



VIDEO Tutorial:

Instructions For Completing the TRA Weekly Attendance Form

This video is available in seven parts to assist you with filling out form TRA-858A-E. This video walks you through each section, providing helpful tips for completing this form:


• Video 1: Purpose and Location of Form (01:20 min)
• Video 2: Top Section of Form: Personal Information (00:53 min)
• Video 3: Completing Section A. Training Attendance #1 and #2 (01:30 min)
• Video 4: Completing Section A. Training Attendance #3 (02:29 min)
• Video 5: Completing Section B. Transportation and Subsistence Allowances #1 and #2 (01:05 min)
• Video 6: Completing Section C. Participant Certification (00:43 min)
• Video 7: Submitting Form and Reasons TRA Payments May Be Delayed (01:48 min)

• Training Approval Checklist -- Form TAA-16645
  This form is intended to provide guidance regarding the required steps to enroll in training. You will work together with your TAA Career Planner throughout the steps listed on the checklist
• New Student Cost Estimate Worksheet -- Form TAA-16180-E
  This form is used as part of the requirement for approval of a TAA training program. This form is to be completed by the chosen training institution and you must submit the form along with course curriculum, assessment results, documentation of acceptance into the training program, and any other relevant educational records to the TAA Career Planner.
• Job Search Checklist -- Form TAA-17581
  This form is intended to provide guidance regarding the steps to take for an effective job search.
• UI Calendars -- Form UCB-306-P
  Printable and viewable Unemployment Insurance calendars are available online for reference.

Additional Forms and Publications

• Participant Handbook (based on when your petition was filed)
• Sample Eligibility Determination Letter (excerpt from handbook)
• Benefit Rights & Obligations