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Story summary
- Amazon told a New York City Council hearing that the act could jeopardize 40+ local businesses and 5,000 jobs.
- The bill would require companies like Amazon to hire delivery workers, displacing subcontractors.
- Supporters, including the Teamsters union, argue it addresses outdated regulations in e-commerce.
- Critics such as Randy Peers of the Brooklyn Chamber warn of job losses.
- Delivery subcontractors stressed the impact on New Yorkers' livelihoods during the heated hearing.
