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Regulatory Matters - Rate Plans (Details) - O&R - NYSPSC $ in Millions | 1 Months Ended
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Mar. 31, 2021 USD ($)
Electric |
Public Utilities, General Disclosures [Line Items] |
Approved rate increase (decrease) | $ 3.3
Approved rate | 27.8
Gas |
Public Utilities, General Disclosures [Line Items] |
Approved rate increase (decrease) | (8.6)
Approved rate | $ 1.2

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