Grants at
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Authority
- P.L. 95-224 (41 U.S.C. 501 through 509), as amended by P.L. 97-258 (31 U.S.C. Chapter 63 [6301 through 6308])
Description
- Grants are legal instruments in which the principal purpose is to transfer funds or property to the recipient to accomplish a public purpose of support stimulation authorized by statute, and where substantial involvement by the USGS is not required or anticipated.
Features/Characteristics
- Although providing technical assistance to the awardee may be required, the USGS is essentially a "patron" of and contributor to the recipient.
I.P. and Resource Commitment
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