Paul Anderson (Minnesota state representative)


Paul H. Anderson is a Minnesota politician and member of the Minnesota House of Representatives. A member of the Republican Party of Minnesota, he represents District 12B, which includes portions of Douglas, Pope and Stearns counties in the west central part of the state. He is also a farmer.

Early education and career

Anderson attended the University of Minnesota in Morris, graduating with a B.A. in Physical Education and Education. Prior to running for the House, he served as a Pope County commissioner, a member of the Starbuck School Board, and a Starbuck township officer.

Minnesota House of Representatives

Anderson was elected in 2008, running after three-term Rep. Bud Heidgerken opted not to seek re-election. He was unopposed in his 2010 re-election bid. He was re-elected in 2012.