Operator guides for the
gift-card redemption era.
HB 353, COAM redemption kiosks, TRTs, and the real economics — written for Georgia location owners and master licensees. RSS feed.
July 1, 2026: What Happens to Georgia COAM Locations That Aren’t Ready
HB 353 takes effect July 1, 2026. What changes for Georgia Class B COAM locations, what “not ready” actually costs, and the operator’s transition checklist.
What Is a COAM Redemption Kiosk — and Does Your Georgia Location Need One?
A COAM redemption kiosk lets players at Georgia Class B locations redeem game credit to gift cards under HB 353. What it is, how it works, and who needs one by July 1, 2026.
Ticket Redemption Terminal vs. Gift Card Kiosk: What HB 353 Actually Requires
TRT or gift card kiosk? For Georgia COAM operators the categories converge on July 1, 2026. What each machine does, what HB 353 requires, and how to buy once instead of twice.
Georgia COAM Gift Card Rules: Reloadable vs Non-Reloadable, Explained
How gift card redemption works for Georgia COAMs under HB 353: non-reloadable (anonymous, single-load) vs reloadable (identity-verified) cards, disclosures, and what operators must record.
How Much Does a Redemption Kiosk Cost in 2026? The $20K Cabinet vs $10/Day
Real redemption kiosk pricing: what traditional cabinets cost ($10K–$20K plus software and cash handling), what an all-inclusive lease costs (~$10/day), and how to compare them honestly.
What Is a Ticket Redemption Terminal (TRT)? The Operator’s Guide
What a ticket redemption terminal (TRT) is, how gaming TRTs work, what they cost, and how Georgia’s HB 353 is reshaping the category for COAM operators.