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Regulatory Matters - GPC Plant Vogtle Unit 3 and Common Facilities Rate Proceeding (Details) $ in Millions | Aug. 01, 2023 USD ($)
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Plant Vogtle Unit 3 | GEORGIA POWER CO | Subsequent Event |
Public Utilities, General Disclosures [Line Items] |
Requested rate increase, annual amount | $ 318

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