Project Grant NA22OAR0210582
Award Date
9/1/22
Completion Date
2/28/23
Dollars Obligated
$300K
Federal Agency
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Federal Grant Program
11.021
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
CAPE ELIZ, ME 04107, USA
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