FY 25 Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA) Program Training and Other Activities (TaOA) Funds

The U.S. Department of Labor's Employment and Training Administration has issued a guidance letter regarding the Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA) Program Training and Other Activities (TaOA) Funds. The funding process is now a "by request" system, requiring states to submit Form ETA-9117 and Form SF-424 to access these limited funds, which total $31,967,700 after sequestration. States must demonstrate need for funding, particularly as the TAA Program is in a phaseout status since 2022, with no new certifications since then. They are encouraged to prioritize initiatives that support existing participants and minimize outreach costs. The document outlines funding eligibility criteria, application deadlines (20 days from the publication of the guidance), and the importance of timely submissions through www.grants.gov. Additionally, it emphasizes that state administrative costs will not be capped at the usual 10% limit, allowing states to adjust as necessary during this wind-down phase. Overall, the guidance highlights changes in funding dynamics while ensuring states meet their administrative responsibilities and comply with relevant regulations to assist trade-affected workers.