Can a department use State funds to buy drink cup holders with the name of the academic department? Yes, as long as: Each item purchased is at a minimal value (under $1 each), and Items meet the promotional item business purpose. Read more: Prohibited Purchases on State Appropriations Updated on November 16, 2020 Tagged: Promotional Itemspending guidelines Was this article helpful? Yes No Cant’t find what you are looking for?Sends us a messageContact the KB Team