Improper Action Claims Act.

SB 469 creates a new legal claim allowing North Carolina citizens to sue public entities (like local governments or state agencies) that knowingly fail to follow state laws. It establishes a "qui tam" process where private citizens can file lawsuits on behalf of the state, requiring them to share evidence with the Attorney General and keeping cases sealed for 120 days while the state decides whether to take over the case. Public entities found violating the law face civil penalties of $5,500-$11,000 per violation, with recovered funds partially retained by the Attorney General to cover investigation costs. The law explicitly overrides typical government immunity for these claims and gives the state primary control over enforcement while allowing citizens to pursue cases if the state declines to act.