NC S234

Creates the "Healthy Families and Healthy Workplaces Act" requiring employers to provide paid sick days to employees working in North Carolina at a rate of one hour per 30 hours worked.

Allows employees to use paid sick time to care for their own illness, an immediate family member's illness, or to address needs resulting from domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking (including obtaining restraining orders and legal services).

Limits accrued paid sick time to 32 hours per calendar year for small businesses (10 or fewer employees) and 56 hours per calendar year for other employers, with carryover provisions.

Exempts bona fide volunteers and employees exempted under the Wage and Hour Act, except domestic workers who are only exempted if employed in their employer's residence.

Authorizes the Commissioner of Labor to enforce the law, with employers liable for unpaid sick time plus interest and liquidated damages equal to the amount owed (unless employer shows good faith violation); effective July 1, 2019.