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Long-Term Debt - Covenants (Details) $ in Millions | Sep. 30, 2025 USD ($)
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2016 Credit Facilities |
Line of Credit Facility [Line Items] |
Net income and retained earnings free of restrictions | $ 409.8
Minimum EBTDAR to rent ratio | 0.00%
Required ratio |
Line of Credit Facility [Line Items] |
Minimum Consolidated Fixed Charge Coverage Ratio | 120.00%
Maximum Consolidated Total Lease Adjusted Leverage Ratio | 575.00%
Required ratio | 2016 Credit Facilities |
Line of Credit Facility [Line Items] |
Minimum EBTDAR to rent ratio | 150.00%

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