Project Grant 2135730
Award Date
4/1/22
Completion Date
3/31/24
Dollars Obligated
$213K
Federal Agency
Division of Civil, Mechanical, and Manufacturing Innovation
Federal Grant Program
47.041
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Butte, MT 59701, USA
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