Formula Grant IL2024025
Award Date
8/14/24
Completion Date
3/31/32
Dollars Obligated
$138M
Federal Agency
Federal Transit Administration
Federal Grant Program
20.525
Assistance Type
Formula Grant
Place of Performance
Illinois, USA
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