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NEW MARKET TAX CREDIT (Details) - New Market Tax Credit Program - USD ($) $ in Millions | 3 Months Ended
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Mar. 31, 2016 | Dec. 31, 2014
Disclosures related to New Market Tax Credit |  |
Net proceeds received from financing arrangements |  | $ 2.4
Amortization of contribution liability recognized as a decrease in expenses | $ 0.1 |
Variable Interest Entity, Primary Beneficiary |  |
Disclosures related to New Market Tax Credit |  |
Debt issuance costs |  | 0.2
Investor | Variable Interest Entity, Primary Beneficiary | Other long-term liabilities |  |
Disclosures related to New Market Tax Credit |  |
Financing arrangement, amount outstanding | $ 1.9 | $ 2.4

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