N.Y. Correct. Law § 803-a

§ 803-a. Certain calculations. Notwithstanding the provisions of any\nother law, no merit time allowance accrued, earned or credited to any\nperson, pursuant to any existing or former section eight hundred three\nof this article, while in the custody of the commissioner, shall be\nwithdrawn, cancelled, forfeited or otherwise lost by virtue of the\nsunset or expiration of any provision of law.\n