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FEDERAL

Trade Adjustment Assistance for Firms

TAAF helps import-impacted manufacturers pay for expert projects that improve competitiveness.

About this program

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Eligibility

Eligible firms, including North Carolina manufacturers, must show declines in sales or production and employment due importantly to increased imports of like or directly competitive articles or services.

Requirements

  • Demonstrate import-related declines in sales, production, and employment under TAAF rules.
  • Work with the appropriate Trade Adjustment Assistance Center to prepare a petition.
  • Develop an adjustment proposal identifying technical assistance projects.