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The Executive Order 14002 addresses the economic challenges caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, which have resulted in job losses, business closures, and financial difficulties, particularly impacting communities of color. The order directs federal agencies to find ways to provide relief and improve access to assistance for individuals, families, small businesses, and various levels of government. Agencies are encouraged to use existing resources to reduce barriers and improve coordination in relief efforts. The order stipulates that these actions should adhere to applicable laws and available funding, and it does not create any enforceable legal rights.

The Employment and Training Administration of the Department of Labor is investigating requests from workers to determine if they are eligible for assistance due to job losses caused by foreign trade, as outlined in the Trade Act of 1974. These investigations, listed in an appendix, aim to find out when the job losses began or if they might start soon. People interested in the investigations can request a public hearing or submit comments in writing by February 8, 2021. The petitions are available for public viewing at the Department of Labor in Washington, DC.

The Economic Development Administration (EDA), part of the U.S. Department of Commerce, has announced that it received petitions from several firms seeking eligibility for Trade Adjustment Assistance. The EDA is investigating whether increased imports into the U.S. have led to job losses or decreased sales for these firms. The public can request a hearing on this matter by submitting a written request within ten days of the notice's publication. These actions are part of the Trade Adjustment Assistance for Firms program under the Trade Act of 1974.