A&P Commission discusses hamburger tax Mayor Copenhaver wants more information before making a decision on the tax Jonesboro Advertising and Promotions Commission discuss a hamburger tax By Imani Williams | May 3, 2021 at 7:00 PM CDT - Updated May 3 at 7:27 PM JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - For the first time in over a decade, talks about a new tax are back that could add a few dollars to your bill if you eat out. The Advertising and Promotions Commission brought up a prepared food tax better known as a hamburger tax. The discussion started when the commission looked over projected expenses and revenue.