39-2-1604. Enforcement -- investigations -- rulemaking -- enforcement without prejudice -- compliance with federal immigration law. (1) The department shall enforce the provisions of this part and may perform an investigation, audit, or review necessary to determine whether an employer has violated a provision of this part or a rule promulgated by the department to implement this part.

(2) The department shall adopt rules for the purpose of carrying out the provisions of this part.

(3) Nothing in this part may be construed to abrogate any obligations by an employer to comply with federal immigration law, including but not limited to the proper completing and maintaining of federal employment eligibility verification forms or documents.