The term "purchase" as used in RCW 43.19.190 through 43.19.200, and as they may hereafter be amended, shall include leasing or renting: PROVIDED, That the purchasing, leasing or renting of electronic data processing equipment shall not be included in the term "purchasing" if and when such transactions are otherwise expressly provided for by law.
The acquisition of job services and all other services for the family independence program under *chapter 74.21 RCW shall not be included in the term "purchasing" under this chapter.
[1987 c 434 § 23; 1983 c 3 § 102; 1967 ex.s. c 104 § 1.]
Notes: *Reviser's note: Chapter 74.21 RCW expired June 30, 1993, pursuant to 1988 c 43 § 5.