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Variable Interest Entities (Details) - FirstEnergy and FES $ in Millions | Jun. 30, 2017 USD ($)
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Net exposure to loss based upon the casualty value provisions |
Maximum Exposure | $ 1,081
Discounted Lease Payments, net | 859
Net Exposure | $ 222

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