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Commitments and Contingencies (Narrative) (Detail) $ in Millions |  | 9 Months Ended
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Jul. 09, 2019 USD ($) | Sep. 30, 2019 Lawsuits
Commitments And Contingencies [Line Items] |  |
Other material lawsuits pending | Lawsuits |  | 0
PREPA minimum settlement percentage |  | 60.00%
PREPA Bondholders in RSA |  | 90.00%
Fuel Line Lenders [Member] |  |
Commitments And Contingencies [Line Items] |  |
PREPA working capital | $ | $ 700 |

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