Commerce Department Removes Outdated Trade Adjustment Assistance Rules for Firms
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The Economic Development Administration is removing a set of regulations that governed financial aid for companies hurt by foreign trade. These rules, which have been on the books since 1975, are being deleted from the Code of Federal Regulations.
Why it matters: This is an administrative housekeeping move. Because the underlying law expired and no new applications are being processed, keeping these rules on the books serves no purpose other than creating potential confusion. Removing them streamlines the agency’s regulatory body without changing any current operations or benefits for active participants.
Who it affects
- Companies that previously applied for Trade Adjustment Assistance for Firms grants
This final rule was issued by the Department of Commerce, Economic Development Administration, as published in the Federal Register on June 10, 2026.
Agency: Commerce Department, Economic Development Administration
Source: Federal Register — read the official document