This bill introduces a new chapter, Chapter 17, to Title 7 of the Idaho Code, establishing provisions for actions to enforce the law against public officers, public employees, or public entities. The attorney general is granted the authority to file such actions when there is reason to believe that a public officer or employee has failed to perform a legal duty or has violated a legal prohibition. The bill outlines the process for courts to issue compliance orders, the potential for civil penalties of up to $50,000 for willful noncompliance, and the withholding of revenue-sharing account installments or general fund appropriations until the legal action is resolved.

Additionally, the bill allows public officers, employees, or entities facing legal action to retain alternate counsel at their own expense. The attorney general is entitled to reasonable attorney's fees in successful actions, and penalties collected will be deposited into the state general fund. The bill declares an emergency, making it effective on July 1, 2026.