Get Answers Support Tax Filings & Payments 1099 General What is the RTAA payment? Last modified 9/25/2023 8:32:55 AM EST Reemployment Trade Adjustment Assistance (RTAA) is a wage subsidy benefit that pays eligible trade-affected workers 50% of the difference between their old wages and new wages. Criteria for receiving this RTAA payment: RTAA-eligible workers must: Be at least 50 years old Have lost a job at a trade-affected company Not require separate certification of group eligibility Participate in TAA-approved training Hold another job with lower wages Receive a wage supplement from their state If you have questions about RTAA payments, you can contact the U.S. Department of Labor Employment and Training Administration (DOLETA). Was this helpful? Yes No Related Questions What is unemployment compensation? Go to Home Page Need more help? Get in touch with our dedicated support team Contact Us (704) 684-4751 support@taxbandits.com Sign Up for a FREE TaxBandits Account! The Smart CPA Choice Register Now Already have an account? Sign in