Phelps Anderson
Phelps Anderson | |
|---|---|
| Member of the New Mexico House of Representatives from the 66th district | |
| Assumed office January 15, 2019 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Roswell, New Mexico, U.S. |
| Political party | Republican |
| Relations | Robert O. Anderson (father) |
Phelps Anderson is an American politician and businessman serving as a member of the New Mexico House of Representatives from the 66th district, which includes Roswell, New Mexico.[1]
Early life
Anderson was born and raised in Roswell, New Mexico, the son of oil magnate Robert Orville Anderson, known for founding ARCO.[2]
Career
Prior to entering politics, Anderson worked as a businessman, managing his family's investment in oil and real estate.[3] Phelps was an unsuccessful candidate for New Mexico's 2nd congressional district in 2002. Anderson was elected to the New Mexico House of Representatives in 2018 and took office on January 15, 2019.[4][5]
References
- ^ "Legislator - New Mexico Legislature". www.nmlegis.gov. Retrieved 2020-07-07.
- ^ Martin, Douglas (2007-12-06). "Robert O. Anderson, Oil Executive, Dies at 90". The New York Times. ISSN 0362-4331. Retrieved 2020-07-07.
- ^ "ABQjournal NM: Oil Legend Got Start In Artesia". www.abqjournal.com. Retrieved 2020-07-07.
- ^ "Phelps Anderson". Ballotpedia. Retrieved 2020-07-07.
- ^ Phelps Anderson's Biography