In 2008, Ross ran for Congress in Mississippi's 3rd congressional district, but was defeated in the primary by Rankin County Republican Chairman Gregg Harper.
In 1991, he was activated and served as a C-141 pilot during Operation Desert Storm with the Mississippi Air National Guard.
In the Mississippi Senate, Ross served as Chairman of the Judiciary A Committee, which handles a wide variety of legislative issues including civil justice matters.
He also served on the Constitution, Elections, Environmental Protection, Executive Contingent Fund, Finance, Insurance, and the Veteran and Military Affairs committees.
"[citation needed] The American Tort Reform Association (ATRA) presented Ross with the Civil Justice Achievement Award.