A graduate of the Texas A&M University School of Veterinary Medicine in College Station, Anderson has been a small animal veterinarian in Waco since 1981.
[5] Anderson began his involvement in the political process as an advocate for small business.
Additionally, he was appointed to the statewide Agricultural Policy Council, the multinational Energy Council, and the National Conference of State Legislatures Committee on Agriculture, Energy, and the Environment.
[3] Anderson introduced major legislation concerning school bus safety belts, Jessica's Law, and a constitutional amendment to require a two-thirds vote of the legislature to raise the 1 percent business franchise tax.
On August 15, 2024, he announced his early resignation from the Texas House effective immediately and requested a special election be called to fill the remainder of his term.