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FRESH START ACCOUNTING - Reorganization Adjustments - Schedule of Effects on Other Long-Term Liabilities (Details) $ in Thousands | May 01, 2019 USD ($)
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Reorganizations [Abstract] |
Reinstatement of long-term asset retirement obligations | $ 3,527
Reinstatement of non-qualified pension plan | 10,991
Reduction of liabilities for unrecognized tax benefits | (79,042)
Net impact to Other long-term liabilities | $ (64,524)

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