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PROPERTY, PLANT, AND EQUIPMENT (Details) - Public Service Building - USD ($) $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended |
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Dec. 31, 2020 | Mar. 31, 2021
Property, plant, and equipment |  |
Costs incurred for repairs and restorations |  | $ 49.3
Insurance proceeds received | $ 20.0 |
Receivable for future insurance recoveries |  | $ 16.8
Costs included in other operation and maintenance | $ 12.5 |

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