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
Can You Buy a Machine Gun in West Virginia? New Bill Says Yes
6 days 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
2 weeks 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
1 month 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
2 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
2 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
3 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
3 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)
ATF Attempts Revamp of NFA Form 1
4 months ago
The ATF posted a proposal to the Federal Registrar indicating potential changes to the Form 1 application. (Read)
Supreme Court Tackles Marijuana Use & Gun Rights
4 months ago
The Supreme Court agreed to hear United States v. Hemani - a case that could determine whether marijuana users can legally possess firearms. (Read)
Glock Confirms V Series, Discontinues Gen 4 & Gen 5 Pistols [UPDATED!]
4 months ago
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Sources reveal Glock plans to discontinue a large portion of popular pistols after November 30, 2025 - launching new models in their place. (Read)
Court & Gun Groups Clash Over Membership List
4 months ago
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A district court in Louisiana and two pro-gun groups clashed after judges demanded the groups turn over their member lists. (Read)
[Review] Pelican SRVL1 & SRVL2: Best Pre-Built Go Bags?
4 months ago
Pelican now offers go bags for beginner preppers looking to stock up. But are the SRVL1 and SRRVL2 worth the cost? We tested them to find out. (Read)
