Massachusetts Becomes First US State to Allow Haggis
WHO:
CBS News - Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey
CBS News - Scottish podcaster David McIntosh Jr.
Euronews - Simon Howie Butchers, a leading Scottish butcher
WHAT:
CBS News - Governor Healey signed what was described as an "executive order" to make haggis legal in Massachusetts.
CBS News - Haggis remains illegal in Massachusetts despite the signing.
Euronews - The traditional Scottish dish haggis has been illegal in the U.S. since the 1970s due to federal food regulations.
Euronews - More than 20,000 Scotland fans traveled to Massachusetts for Scotland’s first game at Boston Stadium.
WHERE:
CBS News - The event took place at the State House in Boston, Massachusetts.
Euronews - Boston Stadium, Massachusetts, is the venue for Scotland's World Cup matches.
WHEN:
Euronews - Scotland's next game is scheduled for "Saturday 20 June" against Morocco.
WHY:
CBS News - The signing was part of a lighthearted moment to celebrate the Scottish fans' presence in Massachusetts during the World Cup.
Euronews - The campaign to legalize haggis was launched ahead of the World Cup.
HOW:
CBS News - The "executive order" was signed in a video that gained over 600,000 views on Instagram.
Euronews - The Tartan Army has been reported to have caused a shortage of beer in Boston bars due to their high consumption.
(UPDATED June 18, 2026 23:40 UTC)
In a lighthearted celebration of Scottish culture, Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey signed an executive order aimed at making haggis legal in the state, although it remains illegal due to federal food regulations. The event took place at the State House in Boston, coinciding with the arrival of over 20,000 Scotland fans for their World Cup matches at Boston Stadium, where Scotland's next game is set for Saturday, June 20. The signing, which was shared in a video that attracted over 600,000 views on Instagram, reflects the enthusiasm of the Tartan Army, who have reportedly caused a beer shortage in local bars with their high consumption.