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
Rhode Island Lawmaker Pass Sweeping “Assault Weapons” Ban
6 months ago
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Rhode Island legislators passed a broad ban against so-called “assault weapons” prohibiting the sale of a variety of popular semi-auto guns. (Read)
ATF Faces Major Cuts as DOJ Slashes Gun Dealer Inspectors by Two-Thirds
6 months ago
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The DOJ’s 2026 budget proposal would cut over 500 ATF inspectors, reducing oversight of federally licensed gun dealers by 40%. (Read)
Permitless Carry Bill Clears NC Legislature, Awaits Governor’s Decision
7 months ago
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North Carolina lawmakers passed a bill to allow permitless concealed carry. The bill now awaits Gov. Josh Stein’s decision — and a possible veto fight. (Read)
15 States Sue to Block Return of Forced Reset Triggers
7 months ago
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A federal lawsuit to stop the ATF from returning 12,000 forced reset triggers to gun owners was filed this week by 16 Attorneys General. (Read)
Gun Owners Sound Alarm Over Proposed ATF & DEA Merger
7 months ago
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The White House’s 2026 budget proposal includes plans to merge the ATF into the DEA. Learn what this shake-up could mean for federal gun enforcement. (Read)
Georgia Court Rules 18-to-20-Year-Olds Can’t Carry Handguns in Public
7 months ago
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The Georgia Supreme Court upheld the state’s ban on public handgun carry for adults under 21, ruling that the restriction does not violate the state constitution. (Read)
Walmart’s Toy Guns Trigger Trouble in New York
7 months ago
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Walmart agreed to a settlement after an investigation found the company shipped realistic-looking toy guns to New York customers in violation of state law. (Read)
Reconciliation Bill Ditches NFA Reforms
8 months ago
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A section of the "big, beautiful bill" aimed at eliminating the $200 tax stamp on suppressors has been removed. (Read)
Hawaii Assault Weapons Ban Dead on Arrival
8 months ago
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A sweeping gun and magazine ban poised to be the strictest in the nation was killed on the legislative floor. (Read)
Supreme Court Sidesteps Major 2A Case on Carry Rights for Young Adults
8 months ago
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SCOTUS let a key gun rights ruling in favor of young gun owners stand -- boosting legal momentum for young gun owners nationwide. (Read)
Federal Court Sides with Massachusetts in Assault Weapons Ban Battle
8 months ago
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A federal appeals court upheld Massachusetts’ ban on semi-autos, ruling against a challenge brought by 2A activists. Here’s what the court said. (Read)
Buying a Gun in Oregon Could Get Much Harder Under New Proposals
9 months ago
Oregon lawmakers advanced two bills that could tighten regulations on gun dealers and double the cost to legally buy a firearm. (Read)
