Strike five for 60-69.(FCC delays spectrum auction for television channels 60-69)(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)

Broadcasting & Cable, July, 2001 by McConnell, Bill

FCC delays spectrum auction again; broadcast and wireless companies happy with extra time to calculate its worth The government-ordered auction of spectrum now used for TV channels 60-69 was delayed for the fifth time last week as federal regulators continued to struggle with spectrum-clearing rules aimed at getting broadcasters off the frequencies before a 2006 deadline.

The delay was good news to broadcast and wireless companies that have been trying to workout compensation proposals sufficient to persuade TV owners to give up one of the two channels they are allowed to operate during the transition to digital TV. The latest auction date had been set for Sept. 12, but the agency has now decided to leave the date open rather than take a chance...

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