Georgia Class B COAM Location License Holders have ongoing reporting and operational responsibilities after their license is approved. Two easy-to-overlook areas are monthly Gross Retail Receipts reporting and notifying the Georgia Lottery before a remodel or temporary closing.
Report Gross Retail Receipts every month
Class B Location License Holders must report Gross Retail Receipts separately for each licensed business location through the Georgia COAM portal. The report is due by the 20th of the following month.
Use the Monthly Sales section of the portal, choose the correct business, location and reporting period, then review the entry before submitting it. Keep the confirmation with the location’s records. The license holder remains responsible for accurate and timely reporting even if an accountant, bookkeeper or another employee enters the information.
Gross Retail Receipts are not simply the location’s COAM play or redemption totals. Use the current Georgia Lottery definition and reporting instructions when calculating the amount. The Location License Holder Guide provides the official reporting steps.
Plan ahead for a remodel or temporary closing
If a licensed business will close temporarily for remodeling or another planned reason, an owner, officer, partner or director should notify the Georgia Lottery at least two weeks before the anticipated closing date. The notice should include the dates and times the business expects to be closed and a telephone number for a responsible contact.
The current Georgia Lottery guide directs licensees to email COAMReporting@galottery.org. Coordinate with your Master License Holder as well so the machines and related equipment can be handled correctly.
Do not disconnect COAM equipment yourself
Do not disconnect Class B machines from the site controller or power down connected equipment without instructions. Doing so can interrupt financial data and create compliance problems. The designated parties should coordinate any assessment, disabling or removal of machines.
A simple compliance checklist
- Submit each location’s monthly report by the 20th.
- Retain submission confirmations and supporting records.
- Notify the Georgia Lottery and your Master License Holder before a planned closure.
- Keep the designated COAM bank account open and adequately funded while the business is temporarily closed.
- Confirm current instructions whenever circumstances change.
Lucky Coin supports locations across Georgia
Lucky Coin assists eligible Georgia businesses with Class B COAM installation, service and operational coordination. For help planning around a remodel or discussing COAM service, call 1-855-34-LUCKY or email info@luckycoininc.com.
Reviewed September 2026. This article is general information; Georgia Lottery requirements and procedures control.