Cooperative Agreement (CA) 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
- Cooperative Agreements are legal instruments where the principal purpose is to transfer funds or property to provide support or stimulation authorized by statute and where substantial involvement is expected between the USGS and the recipient when performing the activity.
Features/Characteristics
- There is a participatory relationship, thus establishing the USGS as a "partner" with shared performance responsibility.
I.P. and Resource Commitment
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