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Financing: Revolving Credit Facility and CP Program (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | 3 Months Ended
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Mar. 31, 2022 | Mar. 31, 2021
Net borrowings (payments) of Revolving Credit Facility and CP Program | $ (78,700) | $ (18,170)
Commercial Paper |  |
Short-term interest rate | 0.79% |

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