Project Grant MH255966OMS24
Award Date 7/1/24
Completion Date 6/30/26
Dollars Obligated $100K
Federal Agency
Federal Grant Program
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Houston, TX 77002, USA
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