Project Grant NA24OARX021G0060
Award Date
9/1/24
Completion Date
8/31/26
Dollars Obligated
$1.3M
Federal Agency
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Federal Grant Program
11.021
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Miami, FL 33196, USA
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