The government watchdog group Common Cause Minnesota says conflict of interest allegations against a state senator point out why lawmakers should disclose how they make their money. A Senate ethics panel this week will look into a controversial consulting fee the University of Minnesota paid to D-F-Ler Dallas Sams of Staples. Minnesota Public Radio's Tim Pugmire reports... The non-partisan group Citizens for Fiscal Responsibility raised questions last month about a consulting fee paid indirectly from the Univeristy of Minnesota to D-F-L State Senator Dallas Sams. The group says the 12-thousand-five-hundred dollar payment has the appearance of a kickback. Now, Common Cause Minnesota says the allegations underscore the ne