WY SF0092

Creates civil liability for persons who knowingly submit false or fraudulent claims for payment to the state, with penalties of three times the damages sustained plus $5,500 to $11,000 per false claim

Authorizes the Attorney General and prosecuting authorities to investigate and bring civil actions against violators, with private persons also permitted to file qui tam lawsuits on behalf of the state

Establishes a False Claims Act account where 33% of recovered proceeds are deposited for ongoing enforcement, with remaining funds going to the applicable county's public school fund

Provides whistleblower protections including reinstatement, double back pay, and attorneys' fees for employees, contractors, or agents who face retaliation for reporting violations

Exempts certain claims from coverage including workers' compensation, Medicaid services, sales/use taxes, and federal welfare benefits, with a 3-year statute of limitations (maximum 6 years from violation date)