Massachusetts voters passed a groundbreaking ballot measure allowing ride-share drivers to unionize, a first in the U.S. With 94% of precincts reporting, 53.9% of voters supported the measure, granting drivers classified as independent contractors the right to organize for better pay and benefits.

Advocates hope this decision inspires other states to follow suit, as the measure challenges the long-standing contractor status of app-based drivers. The initiative received strong backing from labor unions and political figures, although Uber and Lyft voiced concerns, urging the legislature to address these in future sessions.