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"Dead hand of the donor" precedent is passed.

Date: 1844

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This Supreme Court decision mandates that a donor's choice of where to donate their wealth remains after death, no matter the needs of their descendants or any other interest. This further cements the private control of wealth, and the use of private philanthropy to maintain private interests past a lifespan. It continues to shape the landscape of healthcare funding today.