Hawaii Revised Statutes Division 1. Government § 321-7

For the purpose of carrying into effect the laws relating to the public health, the department of health may apportion and disburse all sums of money that are appropriated by the legislature for the preservation of the public health. The department shall observe the strictest economy in the expenditure of all public moneys placed under its control. The department shall also consider the alternative of leasing equipment versus equipment purchases. Such lease options may include, but not be limited to, contracts for maintenance, option to buy, and periodic updating of equipment.