What is the difference between TAA and NAFTA?
TAA is used to indicate the overall Trade Adjustment Assistance Program which includes both TAA and NAFTA services and benefits. TAA services and benefits apply to workers who have lost their jobs because of imports from any country. NAFTA services and benefits apply to workers who have lost their jobs because of imports from, or shift in production to, Mexico or Canada. Note: Since NAFTA is a part of the TAA program, TAA is sometimes used below to indicate both TAA and NAFTA services and benefits.