Getting a driver's license can be a top priority of teenagers.

That is the reason West Virginia Gov. Joe Manchin announced some proposals that would make it tough for troubled teens to get or keep their licenses. Manchin proposed Wednesday in his state of the union address those teens who are not passing school or bullying others could get their driver's license yanked.

As families and school leaders learn about the proposal, it could become controversial.

Manchin said for teens who bully, detention and suspension isn't enough. However, he said if they lose their rights to the roads that would make a difference, and thus the issue is worth pursuing.

Brooke County Superintendent Mary K. DeGarmo said the proposal is worth looking into. Several residents NEWS9 talked with agreed with Gov. Joe Manchin.

The governor said in his address driver's licenses are a privilege and not a right.