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Regulatory Matters: CPUC Rehearing Matter and Procurement Audits (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | Sep. 30, 2020 | Dec. 31, 2019
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Regulatory matters: |  |
Capital expenditure approved | $ (1,213) | $ (2,450)
GOLDEN STATE WATER COMPANY |  |
Regulatory matters: |  |
Capital expenditure approved | (3,902) | (2,450)
GOLDEN STATE WATER COMPANY | Various refunds to customers |  |
Regulatory matters: |  |
Capital expenditure approved | $ (3,620) | $ (8,478)

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