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Other Charges , Net Other Charges, Net (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	3 Months Ended	6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2024	Jun. 30, 2024	Jun. 30, 2023
Other Income and Expenses [Abstract]
Non-service pension costs (benefits)	$ 1.9	$ 3.8	$ 3.7

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Represents the pension costs (benefits) excluding service costs.

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