Income Taxes - Additional Information (Details) $ in Millions	3 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2022 USD ($)
Income Tax Disclosure [Line Items]
Tax deductible goodwill	$ 8.1

Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation Tax Deductible Good will Amount

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