(a) Sections 8-228 to 8-238 , inclusive, are repealed except that for any payment or matter, due or pending, pursuant to said sections 8-228 to 8-238 , inclusive, shall be paid or handled in accordance with said sections, or regulations or procedures promulgated pursuant thereto.
(b) All rights or liabilities now existing under sections 8-228 to 8-238 , inclusive, and under regulations or procedures pursuant thereto shall not be affected by the repeal of such sections or portions thereof under subsection (a) of this section.