Project Grant 2331711
Award Date
4/15/24
Completion Date
3/31/27
Dollars Obligated
$250K
Federal Agency
Division of Electrical, Communications and Cyber Systems
Federal Grant Program
47.041
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Baton Rouge, LA 70803, USA
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