Project Grant 15PNIJ23GG04227SLFO
Award Date
1/1/24
Completion Date
12/31/26
Dollars Obligated
$609K
Federal Agency
National Institute of Justice
Federal Grant Program
16.044
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Bloomington, IN, USA
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