Project Grant NA24OARX021G0018
Award Date
8/1/24
Completion Date
1/31/25
Dollars Obligated
$699K
Federal Agency
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Federal Grant Program
11.021
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Seattle, WA 98103, USA
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