143-129.5. Purchases from nonprofit work centers for the blind and severely disabled.
Notwithstanding G.S. 143-129, a city, county, or other governmental entity subject to this Article may purchase goods and services directly from a nonprofit work center for the blind and severely disabled, as defined in G.S. 143-48.
The Department of Administration shall report annually to the Joint Legislative Commission on Governmental Operations on its administration of this program.