Formula Grant LA2024014
Award Date
6/7/24
Completion Date
12/31/25
Dollars Obligated
$521K
Federal Agency
Federal Transit Administration
Federal Grant Program
20.526
Assistance Type
Formula Grant
Place of Performance
Louisiana, USA
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