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Shares and Stockholders’ Equity - Narrative (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions | 3 Months Ended | 6 Months Ended
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Jun. 30, 2024 | Jun. 30, 2023 | Jun. 30, 2024 | Jun. 30, 2023
Stockholders' Equity Note [Abstract] |  |  |  |
Deferred compensation plan mark to market adjustment | $ 1 | $ (2) | $ (3) | $ 2

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- Definition Mark to market adjustments of the entity's stock associated with non-employee directors' deferred compensation plans. + References No definition available. + Details
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