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Regulatory Matters (Details) $ in Millions | Jan. 08, 2024 benefitPlan retailSupplier | May 03, 2021 USD ($)
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Subsequent Event | New York State Public Service Commission |  |
Loss Contingencies [Line Items] |  |
Number of company's retail suppliers notified | retailSupplier | 8 |
Subsequent Event | New York State Public Service Commission | Low |  |
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Number of compliant products authorized by regulatory agency | 1 |
Subsequent Event | New York State Public Service Commission | Maximum |  |
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Number of compliant products authorized by regulatory agency | 3 |
Vivint Smart Home |  |
Loss Contingencies [Line Items] |  |
Settlement for potential violations with FTC | $ |  | $ 20

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