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
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SHUSH Act: Will the New Bill Change Suppressor Regulations?
5 months ago
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The SHUSH Act seeks to remove suppressors from NFA restrictions, making them easier and cheaper to own. Will it pass? Learn more about the bill! (Read)
Weekly Wrap: Federal Handgun Ban Overturned & SHOT Show 2025 Highlights
5 months ago
A law prohibiting the sale of handguns to those under the age of 21 gets shot down, CO pushes anti-gun law through committee, and SHOT Show highlights. (Read)
Weekly Wrap: ATF Director Resigns & D.C. Sued Over Mag Ban
6 months ago
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ATF Director Steve Dettelbach officially resigns, Washington D.C. sued over magazine ban, and bipartisan bill expands range access on public lands (Read)
New Product Highlight: Ruger Precision Rifle
7 months ago
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Ruger announced the newest version of their popular Ruger Precision Rifle (RPR), updating its features for 2025. (Read)
Weekly Wrap: Beretta 1301 Tactical 7+1 Production on Pause
8 months ago
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Production on Beretta's 1301 Tactical 7+1 paused as Beretta wrestles with ATF over regulatory issues & poll shows majority of Americans favor gun control. (Read)
Weekly Wrap: Armed Rideshare Service Coming to Texas
8 months ago
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An armed rideshare service is coming soon to Texas, Michigan moves forward on gun bills, and a Georgia legislator proposes new gun measures. (Read)
New Product Highlight: Savage 110 PPR
9 months ago
Savage’s newest hunting rifle, the Savage 110 PPR -- is everything western big-game hunters are asking for. (Read)
Weekly Wrap: New Gun Laws in NY & Gun Tip Line Announced in 2 States
9 months ago
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NY Gov signs six new gun laws, two states announce gun tip line to anonymously report lawbreakers, Sig Sauer opens new ammo factory in Arkansas. (Read)
Weekly Wrap: White House Targets Guns with Executive Order
10 months ago
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White House issues new executive order on guns, California passes 13 gun bills, and the NSSF releases 2024 Congressional Report Card. (Read)
Weekly Wrap: Lawmakers Target Ammo Vending Machines
11 months ago
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Lawmakers target ammo vending machines in three states, 2A group see partial win in CA CCW case, and judge tosses machine gun charges. (Read)
Weekly Wrap: Appeals Court Slams ATF Pistol Brace Rule & Mexico’s $10B Lawsuit Derailed
11 months ago
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Another Appeals Court rule against pistol brace ban, Mexico's lawsuit against U.S. gun makers hits snag, and Texas State Fair gun ban stirs debate (Read)
Gun Policies in the 2024 Election: Where the Candidates Stand
11 months ago
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Discover where the 2024 presidential candidates stand on the Second Amendment in our guide breaking down each candidate's stance on guns. (Read)
