Formula Grant ME2025004
Award Date
3/26/25
Completion Date
12/31/26
Dollars Obligated
$14M
Federal Agency
Federal Transit Administration
Federal Grant Program
20.525
Assistance Type
Formula Grant
Place of Performance
Maine, USA
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