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Massachusetts recognizes Uber, Lyft drivers union

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Massachusetts ride-hailing drivers for apps such as Uber and Lyft have become the first nationwide to have their state recognize their union.

The victory could provide a model for gig-economy workers who are classified as independent contractors under federal labor law.

States such as California and Illinois may be next.

Read more from The Associated Press.

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