Note 4 - Leases, Right-to-use Assets and Related Liabilities (Details Textual) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Mar. 31, 2020	Dec. 31, 2019
Lessee, Operating Lease, Right-of-Use Asset, Not yet Commenced, Fair Value	$ 3
Lessee, Operating Lease, Liability, Not yet Commenced, Fair Value		$ 3

Represents the fair value of operating lease right-of-use assets related to leases not yet commenced.

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Period Type:	instant