Jacki Billings delved into the world of guns while earning her black belt in Yongmudo. Armed with a degree in journalism, she’s penned thousands of articles for the gun industry. She’s passionate about self-defense and first aid and sharing what works (and what doesn’t) with readers.
Jacki currently serves as Pew Pew Tactical's Editor-in-Chief directing coverage and managing the content and video teams as well as fact checking all articles.
Experience
- NRA Refuse to Be a Victim Instructor
- NRA Pistol Instructor
- Concealed Carry Handgun Instructor
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support & CPR/First Aid Instructor
- Yongmudo 1st Dan Black Belt
- Written over 2,000 articles for various publications (Pew Pew Tactical, Guns.com, Shooting Sports USA, Concealed Carry Magazine, Recoil, ConcealedCarry.com)
Education
- 2007-2008: Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, B.A. Mass Communications, Minor Sociology
- 2004-2006: Tennessee Technological University, Journalism
Professional Organizations
- Professional Outdoor Media Association: Voting Member
- National Shooting Sports Foundation: Media Member
- Society of Professional Journalists
- ACES: The Society for Editing
- National Press Photographers Association
Get latest articles from Jacki Billings
ATF Rule Changes [2026]: What Gun Owners Need to Know
1 week ago
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We walk you through the sweeping proposals and Final Rules the ATF announced that could have massive implications for gun owners and FFLs. (Read)
Bill Banning Glocks Lands on Maryland Governor’s Desk
1 month ago
Maryland lawmakers pass new bill that aims to ban several popular handguns, including Glocks and Glock clones. (Read)
April Fool's: Gray Man Garments Launches APEX Predator-1 Tactical Blazer
1 month ago
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Gray Man Garments announced a new blazer designed for high-speed, boardroom operators who need the most out of their professional attire. (Read)
Suppressor Boom: How the $0 Tax Fee Is Reshaping the Market
1 month ago
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The $0 tax stamp fee changed more than suppressor prices — it changed who's buying. Here's what manufacturers say about demand and what to expect in 2026. (Read)
UPDATE: Virginia Gov Signs Assault Weapons Ban Into Law
2 months ago
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Virginia Gov signs assault weapons ban into law and is immediately hit with a federal lawsuit challenging the ban. We have all the details. (Read)
Can You Buy a Machine Gun in West Virginia? New Bill Says Yes
2 months ago
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Forget the gun store. West Virginia wants to be your machine gun dealer. Come see the new bill that wants to put machine guns in civilian hands. (Read)
“Assault Weapons Ban” Clears New Mexico Senate
3 months ago
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Senators in New Mexico passed a bill that targets the sale of “extremely dangerous weapons” including ARs and AKs. (Read)
ATF Struggles With 150,000 e-Form Submissions on Day 1 of $0 Fee
4 months ago
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The ATF was swamped with 150,000 applications for suppressors and SBRs on its first day of $0 tax. Learn more about the backlog. (Read)
New Senate Bill Could End Same-Day Firearm Transfers
4 months ago
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A proposed Senate bill would end default firearm sales during NICS delays, raising concerns about stalled purchases for law-abiding gun owners. (Read)
ATF eForms Go Dark Ahead of $0 Tax Stamp Deadline
5 months ago
ATF eForms will be offline from Dec. 26 to Jan. 1 as the Bureau preps for the elimination of the $200 tax on SBRs and suppressors. (Read)
New ATF Director On the Way? Trump Administration Nominates New Director
5 months ago
The Trump Administration has nominated Robert Cekada for the position of ATF Director; but who is he and does he have what it takes? (Read)
St. Paul Bans Assault Weapons & Ghost Guns
6 months ago
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St. Paul, Minnesota becomes the first major city in a coalition of 17 cities to adopt sweeping gun legislation, including an assault weapons ban. (Read)
