Cooperative Agreement NA22NMF4720302
Award Date
10/1/22
Completion Date
9/30/23
Dollars Obligated
$399K
Federal Agency
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Federal Grant Program
11.472
Assistance Type
Cooperative Agreement
Place of Performance
California, USA
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