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Income Taxes Income Taxes (Narrative) (Details) $ in Millions | Dec. 31, 2016 USD ($)
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Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract] |
Deferred Tax Assets, Tax Credit Carryforwards | $ 4.0
Tax Credit Carryforward, Expiration Date Minimum | 1
Tax Credit Carryforward, Expiration Date Maximum | 15

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