INCOME TAXES - Stock Compensation (Details)	12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2023	Dec. 31, 2022	Dec. 31, 2021
INCOME TAXES
Tax benefit for settlement of stock awards (as a percent)	2.80%	2.10%	2.80%

Tax expense (benefit) for settlement of stock awards including both federal and state taxes as a percent.

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