Formula Grant 15PBJA23GG01334DNAX
Award Date 10/1/23
Completion Date 9/30/25
Dollars Obligated $438K
Federal Agency
Federal Grant Program
Assistance Type
Formula Grant
Place of Performance
East Meadow, NY 11554, USA
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