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Commitments and Contingencies (Narrative) (Detail) | 3 Months Ended
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Jun. 30, 2019 Lawsuits
Commitments And Contingencies [Line Items] |
Other material lawsuits pending | 0
PREPA minimum settlement percentage | 60.00%
PREPA Bondholders in RSA | 72.00%
With Syncora [Member] |
Commitments And Contingencies [Line Items] |
PREPA Bondholders in RSA | 74.00%

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