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Benefit Plans (Narrative) (Details) - Pension [Member] $ in Millions | 3 Months Ended
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Mar. 31, 2017 USD ($)
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items] |
Additional employer contributions | $ 8
Minimum [Member] |
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items] |
Anticipated additional employer contributions | 20
Maximum [Member] |
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items] |
Anticipated additional employer contributions | $ 40

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