The National Response Framework uses Emergency Support Functions to coordinate interagency support. True or False?

• A. True
• B. False
• C. It does not involve ESFs
• D. It only applies to military responses

Answer: (A)

Emergency Support Functions provide the organizing framework within the National Response Framework for coordinating interagency response. ESFs group capabilities by function and designate a lead federal agency to coordinate the related response, while integrating state, local, tribal, private-sector, and non-governmental partners. This setup creates a unified, all-hazards approach to mobilizing resources and information sharing during incidents. Because the NRF relies on ESFs to marshal and synchronize interagency support, the statement is true.