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
"Sin Tax" on Guns? Bill Takes Aim at State Firearm and Ammo Taxes
1 week ago
A new bill targets state-imposed gun and ammo taxes, calling them unfair “sin taxes." Here’s what’s in the proposal — and what it could change. (Read)
April Fools - New Product Highlight: Holosun Releases Bifocal Red Dot
1 week ago
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Holosun releases the HS-BOOM -- a brand new red dot features bifocal technology allowing aging Boomers to easily land shots on target. (Read)
Civilian Marksmanship Program Resumes M1911 Surplus Sales
1 week ago
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The Civilian Marksmanship Program's 1911 surplus sales are back after a brief hiatus, meaning gun owners can own a piece of military history. (Read)
Supreme Court Upholds Biden Administration “Ghost Gun” Regulations
2 weeks ago
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The Supreme Court backs a Biden-era regulation requiring serial numbers, background checks, and age verification to buy 80% kits online. (Read)
Pro-2A Legal Expert Joins ATF as Chief Counsel
2 weeks ago
Robert Leider, a pro-2A law professor, now appears on the ATF’s Leadership Directory page as the Bureau's Chief Counsel. (Read)
Florida Moves to Reverse Post-Parkland Law
3 weeks ago
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A Florida bill that would reverse a post-Parkland law and lower the minimum age to buy rifles to 18 passed committee last week. (Read)
Oregon Court Upholds Mag Ban & Purchase Permits
3 weeks ago
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An Oregon Appeals Court ruled that magazine bans and purchase permits do not violate residents' Second Amendment rights. (Read)
Canadian Government Bans More Guns, Bringing Total to 2,500+
4 weeks ago
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The Liberal government of Canada has banned more guns this week, adding 179 firearms to its list of 2,500 prohibited guns. (Read)
Illinois Weighs Gun Insurance Mandate
1 month ago
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Illinois legislators propose gun insurance task force to determine if residents should be required to have firearm insurance. (Read)
New Product Highlight: PHLster Enigma V2
1 month ago
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PHLster’s Enigma revolutionized concealed carry, and the holster maker is back again with an updated version aimed at improving the CCW experience. (Read)
Leaked Memo Reveals Plan to Flood D.C. Courts With Gun Cases
1 month ago
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A leaked memo outlines directives to reduce violent crimes in D.C., including recommending pre-trial detention and prosecution of all gun cases. (Read)
Utah Adds Gun Safety Classes to School Curriculum
1 month ago
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Utah's HB0104 mandates gun safety instruction in schools. Learn about the bill's details, parental opt-out, and the debate surrounding the new policy. (Read)
