Rafael Anchia was elected in November 2004 as the representative of House District 103 in the Texas House of Representatives. District 103 covers a western corridor of Dallas, including parts of North Oak Cliff, West Dallas, La Bajada, Los Altos, Love Field, North Park and portions of the cities of Irving, Farmers Branch and Carrollton.

In the 82nd Legislative Session, Representative Anchia serves as Vice-Chair of the Pensions, Investments and Financial Services Committee and also serves on the Land & Resource Management Committee.

On July 1, 2011, Rafael Anchia was appointed by President Barack Obama to the Advisory Committee for Trade Policy and Negotiations.

Rep. Anchia maintains a genuine passion for helping people and true empathy for their struggles and aspirations. These qualities are a byproduct of his family background, varied professional training and numerous public, civic and volunteer commitments. During his service in the Legislature, Rep. Anchia has worked on legislation to fight crime, improve public safety, protect our environment and improve health coverage for women and children.