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A newly passed New York law granting the state labor board authority over private-sector labor disputes is facing a legal challenge in federal court. Amazon filed suit arguing that the law encroaches on the National Labor Relations Board’s exclusive jurisdiction and creates a conflict between state and federal oversight. Proponents say the measure is needed due to the NLRB’s current backlog and lack of quorum, which has stalled hundreds of cases. Opponents warn it could disrupt the uniform enforcement of labor laws and lead to overlapping or contradictory rulings. The case raises broader questions about how states can respond when federal agencies are unable to act.