CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS, UTILITY (Parenthetical) - USD ($) $ in Millions	9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2026	Sep. 30, 2025
Premium, discount, and issuance costs on proceeds from long-term debt	$ 47	$ 27
Utility
Premium, discount, and issuance costs on proceeds from long-term debt	$ 37	$ 27

The cash inflow from borrowings payable greater than 12 months, net of premium, discount and cash paid to third parties in connection with debt origination

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