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Florida Gaming Recoveries (Details) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified | 1 Months Ended | 6 Months Ended
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Feb. 29, 2012 | Jun. 30, 2012 Selling, General and Administrative Expenses | Jun. 30, 2012 Operating Expense
Florida Gaming Recoveries [Line Items] |  |  |
Proceeds Received From The Opening Of Casino's | $ 0.8 |  |
Recovery of Direct Costs |  | $ 0.8 | $ 0.2

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