Project Grant 20266703945933
Award Date 2/1/26
Completion Date 1/31/29
Dollars Obligated $742K
Federal Agency
Federal Grant Program
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
San Marcos, TX 78666, USA
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