Project Grant 69A36522403320CRSPA
Award Date
4/1/22
Completion Date
7/30/24
Dollars Obligated
$10M
Federal Agency
Federal Railroad Administration
Federal Grant Program
20.325
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Pennsylvania, USA
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