Cooperative Agreement NA22NMF4720296
Award Date
1/1/23
Completion Date
12/31/23
Dollars Obligated
$434K
Federal Agency
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Federal Grant Program
11.472
Assistance Type
Cooperative Agreement
Place of Performance
Washington, USA
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