The proposed bill amends Chapter 42-9 of the General Laws to establish a new section, 42-9-20, which creates a Bureau of Public Protection within the Department of Attorney General. This bureau will be led by a designated assistant attorney general and will consist of at least four units focused on consumer protection and antitrust enforcement, health care regulation, environmental protection, and civil rights. The attorney general will have the authority to appoint additional staff as needed and assign specific statutory positions to the bureau, including health care, insurance, civil rights, environmental advocates, and an antitrust division.

Furthermore, the bill grants the attorney general the power to investigate and take legal action against individuals or entities engaged in "persistent illegality" or "repeated illegal acts" in business or governmental activities. The attorney general can apply to the superior court for orders to enjoin such illegal acts and seek restitution, damages, and penalties. The bill also mandates the Department of Attorney General to submit an annual report detailing investigations, court applications, outcomes, and recommendations related to the enforcement actions taken under this new authority. The act will take effect upon passage.