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LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging)

A technology that uses pulsed laser light to measure distances and create detailed 3D maps or models of environments.

Secretary of Transportation

The head of the U.S. Department of Transportation, responsible for overseeing federal transportation policies and programs.

Covered foreign country

A specific foreign country identified in another law (Public Law 118-159) as posing a national security risk, from which certain technology is restricted.

Covered LiDAR company

A specific company identified in another law (Public Law 118-159) as posing a national security risk, from which certain technology is restricted.

Contract

A formal, legally binding agreement between two or more parties, in this case, between the Department of Transportation and a company for goods or services.

Grant

Money provided by the government to an individual or organization for a specific purpose, which does not need to be repaid.