Roadblocks could worsen for FCC wireless efforts

Election results could make it harder for the Federal Communications Commission's (FCC) to move on its central proposal for helping the wireless industry thrive. The FCC recommended in March to offer incentives to broadcasters to give up the airwaves they use. The spectrum would be devoted to mobile broadband. The proposal has cleared some major hurdles this year after the president endorsed the idea. Even the broadcasters said they could live with it as long as the auctions are truly voluntary. But the initiative faces a roadblock that could get tougher to clear after the elections: Congress. The proposal depends on legislation authorizing federal agencies to move ahead.