Supplements but does not duplicate the Federal
Interagency Operational Plans and other subordinate
plans.
Although the Annex provides guidance for the Whole
Community, it focuses deliberately on the requirements of
those who are involved in delivering core capabilities at
the federal level.
The Annex does not alter or impede the ability of any local,
state, tribal, territorial, insular area, or federal agency
to execute authorities or meet responsibilities under
applicable laws, executive orders, and directives.
See the US
Response Framework
(PDF - 1.42 MB) (National Response Framework, Fourth
Edition, DHS/FEMA, October 2019)