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Our offices are closed on Monday, October 14, 2024 in observance of the holiday.
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ALERT
On July 1, 2022, the termination provision under Section 285(a) of the Trade Act of 1974, as amended, took effect. Until further notice, the US Labor Department may not issue any determinations and may not accept any new petitions or requests for reconsideration.  Requests to amend current certifications may still be filed.  Current participants in the TAA program, including those in training, will continue to receive services as usual. Workers who were certified and separated from their job on or before June 30, 2022, may still be eligible for benefits and services.  See TEGL 13-21 for more details.  

TAA Training Provider Overview

About the Program

The Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA) Program is a federal entitlement program that assists U.S. workers who have lost their jobs due to foreign trade. This program seeks to provide adversely affected workers with opportunities to obtain the skills, credentials, resources, and support necessary to become reemployed. A key benefit of this program includes paid job training.

Funding for the Trade program is provided by the US Department of Labor and is administered by the states. The Connecticut Department of Labor (CTDOL) is the administrator for Connecticut. 

Below are resources meant to clarify key aspects of the TAA program. 

Legislative Testimony

Training Plan Development

Each TAA participant works with a career counselor from their local American Job Center. 
Approval process

Approval Process

CTDOL TAA approves or denies requests for training.
Financial Information

Financial Information and Assistance

All training expenses are paid by CTDOL. 
Release of education information

Release of Educational Information

After training plan approval, participants release educational records to CTDOL.

Trade Act Resources

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Contact Information and Location

Connecticut Department of Labor 200 Folly Brook Blvd, Wethersfield, CT 06109

CTDOL TAA Unit:
Phone Number: (860) 263-6070
Fax: (860) 263-6631
Email: DOL.TAAUnit@ct.gov

Local American Job Centers  

Federal TAA Information:
U.S. Department of Labor >

Hours of all Divisions: 
M-F (8AM - 4:30PM)
Closed on Saturday and Sundays

CT Department of Labor

200 Folly Brook Blvd.
Wethersfield, CT 06109

CTDOL is an AA/EEO employer