Project Grant D23AP00120
Award Date 5/19/23
Completion Date 9/25/25
Dollars Obligated $98K
Federal Agency
Federal Grant Program
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Northern Mariana Islands
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Posted 6/12/23
Mod # | Description | ReasonForModification | Federal Obligation | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Not listed | ($133k) | 10/16/25 | ||
| Not listed | $0 | 9/26/25 | ||
| Not listed | $230.9k | 6/12/23 |